Durdle Door

Durdle Door is one of Dorset's most photographed landmarks and an icon of the Jurassic Coast

This natural limestone arch is part of The Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and is situated near Lulworth Cove in Dorset

Formed by the sea piercing the layers of Portland limestone 10,000 years ago, this Dorset landmark is probably one of the world's most famous sea arches.

Durdle Door is a must-see for any trip to the Dorset coast. From camping to rock-pooling, walking to coasteering, photography to nature walks, or to just enjoy the stunning views, there is something for everyone all year round but during the summer months, it does get very busy. It is privately owned by the Weld family who own Lulworth Estate, but it is also open to the public.

Durdle Door stands at the foot of a steep path followed by a set of 88+ wooden steps. It is accessible from above via a car park and the South West Coast Path, from which it is a 15-minute walk down to the beach (sensible footwear is advised). At the foot of this path is a pair of shingle beaches - Durdle Door to the West and Man o' War Cove to the East. It can be accessed by the South West Coast path, a short and beautiful walk from Lulworth Cove where there is ample parking. Alternatively, you can park at the Durdle Door Holiday Park car park, located on the cliff above Durdle Door Beach.

In the summer months, you can swim on the beach but take caution as the beach shelves steeply in places and there are no lifeguards. The beach is also dog friendly all year round

Durdle Door Car Park:

• Cars: All Day Parking (until 5 pm) – £12.00
• Up to 4 hours – £6.00
• Large vehicles (Above 5.5m and up to 16 seats) – £20.00
• Motorcycles – £2.00
• The car park opens at 9 am
• No coaches are permitted past the main gate at Durdle Door. Coaches can turn at the turning point, but there is no waiting permitted. Coaches must park at Lulworth Cove.
• Card payments only, or use the JustPark App.

Tickets purchased on the machines at Durdle Door Standard car park are valid at Newlands Meadow, Lulworth Cove, and Lulworth Castle.

The Durdle Door Corner is a refreshment kiosk open from early March to the end of October, here you can find a wide range of delicious ice creams and hot and cold refreshments. Alongside the kiosk, you can also enjoy the gift shop selling souvenirs, beach equipment, and gifts.

• Toilets are located within the car park area
• Card payment only
• Open 10am-4pm, daily. (Later weather depending)

Getting there:

Durdle Door is best accessed by car, by turning at the village of Winfrith Newburgh if driving from the west, or at Holmebridge (shortly after Wareham) if driving from the east.

The X55 bus connects Durdle Door and neighbouring Lulworth Cove to Weymouth, The Tank Museum at Bovington, and Wool train station.

Taxis to Durdle Door are available from Wool and Wareham stations.

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